Keeping you up to date on the latest novel coronavirus (Covid-19) news from around the world. A cruise ship that has accounted for a quarter of all Covid-19 deaths in Australia was allowed to dock near Sydney on Monday after 200 crew began exhibiting coronavirus symptoms. Hundreds of passengers were later diagnosed with coronavirus and at least 10 have died, accounting for a quarter of Australia's death toll of 40. The move comes as infections grow steadily - though in far smaller numbers than in Europe or the US. Tokyo announced a record 148 new cases on Sunday, and pressure has increased on the government to take fresh action.

Source: News 24 April 06, 2020 10:52 UTC